Comparison

Breathwork vs Guided Meditation

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Breathwork

This app offers guided breathing exercises to reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost overall health. It includes various techniques, a heart rate monitor, and relaxing music to enhance your practice and well-being.

Highlights
  • Guided breathing exercises
  • Heart rate monitor
  • Relaxing yoga music
  • Yoga timer
  • Daily log
Features
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Feel calmer, reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost your overall health with Relax. This app is your perfect companion for guided breathing exercises, designed to make you feel better in body and mind. BENEFITS: * Reduce Stress: Engage in scientifically-backed breathing exercises like Kapalbhati, Sama Vritti, Anuloma, and Ujjayi to melt away stress. * Improve Sleep: Regular practice can lead to deeper, more restful sleep. * Boost Health: Enhance your cardiovascular health and increase lung capacity with targeted breathing techniques. * Feel Better: Experience a noticeable improvement in your mood and overall well-being. FEATURES: - Breathing Exercises: Access a variety of breathing techniques to suit your needs, from energizing Kapalbhati to calming Sama Vritti. - Heart Rate Monitor: Use your phone's camera to monitor your heart rate before and after exercises. Track your progress over time. - Relaxing Yoga Music: Enjoy a curated playlist of relaxing music to enhance your practice and help you unwind. - Yoga Timer: Set timers for your breathing exercises and yoga sessions to stay focused and on track. - Daily Log: Keep a daily log of your exercises and heart rate. Monitor your improvement and stay motivated. WHY USE IT? Join thousands of satisfied users who have transformed their lives with Relax. Hear from our community: "Relax has been a game-changer for my stress levels and sleep quality. The guided exercises are easy to follow, and the heart rate monitor is a fantastic feature!" - Emily R. "I've tried many wellness apps, but Relax stands out. The breathing techniques are effective, and I love the relaxing music. Highly recommended!" - Michael T. "Since using Relax, I've felt a significant improvement in my mood and overall health. The daily log keeps me motivated and on track." - Sarah L. Relax is designed for everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners. The user-friendly interface makes it easy to follow along with guided exercises. The heart rate monitor adds a unique, scientific touch, allowing you to see real-time improvements in your health. Plus, the relaxing yoga music and customizable timers ensure a serene, uninterrupted experience. Start your journey towards a healthier, stress-free life today. Download Relax and take the first step towards better health and well-being. Discover your ultimate assistant for guided pranayama and deep breathing techniques to improve your health in record time. Improve your mental and physical well-being with guided pranayama and deep breathing techniques. Our app offers a variety of meditation and relaxation exercises to reduce stress and promote relaxation. Experience the benefits of mindfulness and breath control today. Our app is designed to help you achieve a sense of calm and well-being, and to assist you in reducing stress and anxiety through mindfulness and breath control contains: 1) Ujjayi breathing 2) Pranayam 3) Sama Vritti 4) Anuloma pranayama 5) Kapalbhati 6) Heart Rate Measure Overall, the app is a comprehensive solution for those looking to enhance their well-being through the power of breath. With Relax, you'll experience the benefits of yoga and mindfulness in a convenient and accessible way, no matter where you are. Start your journey to a more balanced and relaxed life today! Note - A purchase amount and period purchase will be applied to your iTunes account at the end of the trial or intro on confirmation. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled within 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://bayesia-llc.vercel.app/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/iterms More info: https://bayesia-llc.vercel.app/ More apps: https://bayesia-llc.vercel.app/#apps

About

Guided Meditation

Discover inner peace and clarity with a guided meditation companion. Explore transformational journeys, receive personalized guidance from an AI chat guru, and cultivate a positive mindset with daily affirmations and reminders.

Highlights
  • Eight transformational guided meditation paths
  • AI chat guru for personalized guidance
  • Purposeful meditations for instant calm
  • Daily affirmations to fuel mindset
  • Daily reminders for wellness goals
  • Tailored for beginners and experienced practitioners
Features
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Forge inner peace, clarity, and balance – one session at a time. Welcome to ZenForge, your guided meditation companion designed to help you grow, heal, and find calm in the chaos. Explore powerful paths to transformation, guided by soothing voiceovers, daily affirmations, and your own personal AI chat guru. Our Key Features: - Eight Transformational Paths: Choose from guided journeys including: - Mindfulness & Awareness - Stress & Anxiety Relief - Emotional Healing - Spiritual Healing - Meditation for Beginners - Focus & Productivity - Personal Growth - Advanced Meditation - Chat Guru: Ask questions, get insights, or receive personalized guidance through your spiritual journey – anytime anywhere. - Explore Meditations: Find instant calm with purposeful meditations you can do anytime during your day. - Daily Affirmations: Fuel your mindset with powerful, uplifting affirmations to start and end your day with intention. - Daily Reminders: Stay consistent and centered with gentle nudges that keep you aligned with your wellness goals. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, ZenForge offers guided meditation tailored to your journey. Download ZenForge now and discover the peace waiting within you! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/zenforge/privacy-policy/ Terms & Conditions: https://sites.google.com/view/zenforge/terms-conditions/ Support or Contact: https://sites.google.com/view/zenforge/support/

Screenshots

Breathwork4 screens
Guided Meditation4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Breathwork at 5.0 against Guided Meditation's 4.7. Guided Meditation's advantage is ratings volume (76 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Breathwork sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Guided Meditation sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Breathwork holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Guided Meditation has 76 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Breathwork ships an update every 5 weeks, Guided Meditation every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Breathwork versus Guided Meditation: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBreathworkGuided Meditation
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.7 (76 ratings)
Positive reviews—25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings476 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB43 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEmmanuel TassoneRadha .

Customer experience

Breathwork

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Guided Meditation

All ratings76 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Breathwork

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan: All Features3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan: All Features$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Breathe Yoga for Mindfulness$8.99
9 purchases

Guided Meditation

Subscriptions3
  • Zenforge Pro Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Zenforge Pro Yearly Gift$9.991 Year
  • Zenforge Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time6
  • Zenforge Pro Lifetime ZeroFree
  • Zenforge Pro Lifetime One$1.99
  • Zenforge Pro LifeTime Two$4.99
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  • ZenForge Pro Lifetime GIftPlan$9.99
  • Zenforge Pro Lifetime Three$9.99
  • Zenforge Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Breathwork free?
Breathwork is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guided Meditation free?
Guided Meditation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Breathwork or Guided Meditation?
Breathwork is rated higher. Breathwork averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Guided Meditation averages 4.7 from 76 ratings.
Do Breathwork or Guided Meditation have ads?
Neither Breathwork nor Guided Meditation shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Breathwork or Guided Meditation?
Breathwork ships an update every 5 weeks, and Guided Meditation every 3 weeks. Most recently, Breathwork was updated on November 3, 2026 and Guided Meditation on November 12, 2026.

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